Society
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The disturbing rise of racist robots
Are robots racist? AI computers are showing sexist and racist bias. A growing number of experts fear that we have created AI in our own worst image, and it could have awful consequences.
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Harry launches attack on tabloid ‘bullying’
Does the British tabloid media harm us all? “I lost my mother and now I watch my wife falling victim to the same powerful forces,” says Prince Harry in a devastating attack on the press.
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The melanin goddess fighting against colourism
Is colourism the most toxic form of racism? As health authorities warn that skin-whitening cream is as poisonous as paint stripper, model Khoudia Diop is celebrating her dark skin tone.
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Iran’s #BlueGirl and the shaming of football
Does world football have any purpose beyond profit? This is the question raised by the abject failure of the highest-governing body of the sport, FIFA, after the death of Sahar Khodayari.
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China salutes 70 years since its red dawn
Should we celebrate or condemn China? Tomorrow, the People’s Republic will mark 70 years of Communist rule with massive fanfare, but its history is marked by death and lasting oppression.
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Archie makes his debut on royal Africa tour
Should a baby be a public figure? Meghan and Harry’s firstborn had a protected first four months, cocooned from the public eye, with no press at his christening. This week, all that changed.
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Hanging by a thread: calls for PM to resign
Will Johnson go? “He misled the Queen, the people, the Parliament,” proclaims one headline this morning. Today, he will face a furious Commons. Could it be the shortest premiership in history?
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Battle of the titans launches Rugby World Cup
Whisper it quietly, but is rugby a better game than football? The World Cup kicks off in Tokyo this morning and all the world’s a stage as the giants of the game prepare for an epic battle.
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The plumber who restored our faith in humanity
Does giving make us happier than getting? James Anderson’s simple act of charity has touched a deep chord all over the world. Evidence proves that we are wired to be good, say scientists.
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Judges have no right to stop me, declares PM
Should Britain’s highest court bring back Parliament? The most serious battle of constitutional powers for 100 years is playing out this week. The future of the country is at stake.
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Row as murderer speaks to pupils from prison
Should a murderer in jail be given a platform in schools? West Midlands Police yesterday showed children a video of killer Sadam Essakhil warning against knife crime. Not all are happy.
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Woman in a hurry, chasing the keys to No.10
Could Jo Swinson ever be PM? Educated at comprehensive school, mother of two small boys, humanist, feminist and now chief anti-Brexiteer — is she the breath of fresh air UK politics needs?
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Queen dragged into shutdown of Commons row
Is Boris Johnson guilty of treason? If the Supreme Court follows the Scottish court and finds that he misled the Queen, there could scarcely be a more serious constitutional case to be made.
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Modern icon receives coat of many colours
How will historians remember the iPhone? As a tech marvel that gave the gift of knowledge and brought us together, or a false idol that ushered in an era of self-obsession and isolation?
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The battle of Britain: Johnson v Parliament
Who governs Britain? Has a bumptious and untrustworthy Prime Minister been brought to heel by six, thumping parliamentary defeats? Or have MPs shot themselves in the collective foot?